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Earning Her Degree, Virtually
Yesenia Jones refused to let anything stop her from earning her degree, a goal that was met through her unwavering passion and the accessibility that online education offered her.
Scholarship Strikes Chord with Music Major
Music major Phillip Drange and his family honor the tragic passing of Phillip's twin brother, Aaron Drange, by working with the faculty of the College of Humanities and Fine Arts to establish the Aaron Drange Memorial Scholarship.
Finding a Voice in Speech Therapy: Andrea Avina overcomes many obstacles, fueling her life ambitions
Andrea Avina, a communication sciences and disorders major and an Outstanding Student Leader Award recipient, fights to overcome personal and family challenges in order to achieve her main goals in life: earn her college education, help her family, and give back to her community.
Curiosity Fuels Math Major’s History-Making Success: Jongwoo Choi goes above and beyond to make the most of his education
Jongwoo Choi is setting records at Chico State through his accomplishments in the mathematics major, all as a result of Choi seeking out the answer to a simple question: "why?"
Passion Drives Propensity to Do It All: Determined and dedicated, Nick Howell balances numerous demanding priorities
With two majors, two minors, and a plethora of campus clubs and activities he is devoted to, Nick Howell is known among his peers and faculty as a master of time management and goal-orientated dedication.
Student Drives Diversity in Agriculture: Kaeli McCarther wants to see more minorities involved with agriculture
Kaelie McCarther discovered her passion in agriculture by accident, but her determination and goal to diversify the agriculture major is what drives her to help students of different backgrounds discover their callings.
Voice of a Graduate
By Kyleen Bromley, master’s degree candidate, English To be honest, I was pretty lost before attending Chico State. And by lost I mean I literally didn’t know what to do with my life. I had reached out to the English department and was quickly greeted by professors Kim Jaxon and Rob Davidson with some suggestions on […]
Honored in the Arts: Meet Student Leader, Actor, Director and Mom—Lara Tenckhoff
Follow the story of budding director, actor, student leader, and mother Lara Tenckhoff as she answers the question “what do I really want?”
Santos Dives Head First Into Biggest Battle
Cam Santos appears to be living the college dream. But few outside of his family, friends, and Wildcat family know that Santos is in the midst of a painstaking battle that he will endure for rest of his life.
Chico State’s Teacher-Scholar Rock Stars Receive Professional Achievement Honors
Meet six exceptional CSU, Chico professors who were recently honored for excelling as teachers and as scholars during the past three years.
Crossing Borders: One Student’s Journey
Forensic anthropology graduate student Martha Diaz uncovers death and hope along the US-Mexico border.
Psychologist Fills Brand-New Campus Position: Mariah Kornbluh Embraces Title of Chico State’s First Community Psychologist
Joining Chico State's Department of Psychology faculty as the first community psychologist, Mariah Kornbluh combines laboratory research and community outreach to foster civic engagement in her classroom.
Willie the Wildcat and the Seven Reasons to #ChooseChico (Plus One More)
Let us take you on the magical journey of Willie the Wildcat as he explores the seven reasons to #ChooseChico, plus one more.
Caffeine and Camaraderie Fuel ’Cats Podcast
As Chico State's first higher education podcast, Caffeinated Cats takes on the task of discussing hard hitting topics among the student body, & illuminating life on campus.
‘If You Are Able to Help, Then You Help’: Heroic Alum Honored for Life-Saving Action in Afghanistan
Physical science alum Gregory Gangnuss received the US Air Force Civilian Award for Valor for his life-saving action following a helicopter crash in Afghanistan.
Advocacy for Quality Physical Education Has a Home
After the release of her documenary "No Excuses!" in 2014, Catherine Himberg and graduate student Kevin Shepard developed a website designed to support, coach, and guide physical education teachers around the country.
Chico in Love
Campus sweethearts share their stories about the magical and serendipitous ways they found each other.
The Quest for Sounder Structures
Curt Haselton, a Chico State alum and civil engineering professor, leads the development of the SP3 software that can evaluate and predict the damages a building might receive in the event of an earthquake, making it possible to improve building code to minimize overall damages.
Recognizing Faculty Excellence
This year, six Chico State faculty members were awarded the Outstanding Faculty Award.
No Idea What You Want to Be? Me Neither
Brantley Payne went through Chico State with no idea what he wanted to be. So how did he end up as the owner of a thriving advertising agency?
Professor Leads Annual Wild Goose Chase—Literally
During the annual Snow Goose Festival, Chico State biology professor and avid birder Jay Bogiatto leads a not-for-the-faint-of-heart birding field trip around the Northern Sacramento Valley.
Branham’s the Backbone of the Wildcats
Chico State women's basketball player Whitney Branham hasn't let spina bifida hold her back, and she's emerged as the Wildcats' leader.
Becoming An Activist
What does it mean to be an activist? Learn the tools to speak your truth, starting from the "grassroots" up!
‘Poverty Scholar’ Susan Roll Sheds Light on Welfare System Flaws
Social work professor Susan Roll’s real-world research into ways to keep low-income families from falling off the "benefits cliff" provides her students with innovative insights.
Industry Benefactor Establishes Faculty Endowment
The Beavers, Inc., a professional construction organization, has a long history of honoring the leaders of today’s heavy construction industry and supporting the people who will shape its future—our students.
Top Posts of 2016
The year 2016 has come to a close! Last year witnessed so many monumental moments on and off campus, it was a difficult task trying to swim through the sea of posts that made up 2016. What made our job easier was listening to the responses of our followers and viewers, giving us insight into the events […]
2016 Taught Me…
Wildcats share the lessons they learned from 2016 that they will carry into the new year.
Putting the Fun in Fungi
A visit to the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve, which is owned by the CSU, Chico Research Foundation, opens a wide window into the world of mushroom hunting and outdoor exploration.
Scholarship Honors Professor’s Magic
The Dr. Katie Whitlock Memorial Scholarship was established to celebrate a "magical" teacher.
Travel Tipster Shares Top Trends
Matthew Stone has followed his passion for learning new things and visiting new places around the world, and as an experienced traveler he shares some pro-tips to travelling safely and smartly.
Military Trailblazer Mary Kight: Lessons on Leadership
A trio of CSU, Chico women veterans and retired US Air Force Major General Mary Kight learned from each other during a heart-to-heart held on campus in advance of Veterans Day.
Nineteen Students Honored with Rawlins Merit Awards
Students with major achievements in the classroom and in the community receive scholarship honors.
Honoring Creativity: Jacki Headley’s Memory Lives through ARTS
Jacki Headley is remembered for her for love of Chico, creative drive, and commitment to the community.
The Chico Experience, Queer Week, Greek Week Galore!
Here's your recap gallery on all things Chico Experience, Queer Week, and Greek Week!
Stop Pretending to Work and Read This Blog: How Chico State Helped Me Get Hired at BuzzFeed
Alum Jeff Barron describes finding a home for his varied skills as a BuzzFeed staffer.
‘Limited Sight, Limitless Dreams’: Chico Paralympian Wins Rio Bronze
Wildcat Kym Crosby didn't let visual impairment stop her from achieving her dream of earning a Paralympic medal in track.
Alum ‘Jells’ with Apple’s Ad Campaign
Alum shares photo on Instagram and becomes part of tech giant's worldwide advertising blitz.
Gwen Curatilo: ‘I Just Kept Singing’
After a noted professional opera career, 24 years at the helm of Chico State’s opera program, and years of training voice students privately, Gwen Curatilo is stepping into the spotlight again.
My First Week…
Transfer student sheds light on their experience bridging from community college to Chico State.
#WhyITeach, Chico State Style
Fifty-one new faculty members joined the Chico State family in August. Each were asked to describe their motivation to teach. Here’s a sampling of what they said.